ben dunn it’s really true! My first game ever I remember the whistle starting the jam and then it’s all a blur and then all of a sudden I was across the track!
@@DownandDerbyTalk I wasn't in my league long enough for a bout but my first scrimmage was similar. I heard the whistle, ended up on the floor, got up, next thing i know, I was lead jammer 😂. No clue how I got there
AAAH I don't know if you guys remember me but when I first started skating I watched these videos and left a bunch of comments. Well tomorrow is my first jam! I'm so scared... tomorrow after the game ill come edit this comment to say how it went! Edit: MY GAME WAS AWESOME, i jammed and blocked and i scored the first points for my team!!! It was so fun!
Omg! This is fantastic! We're so glad you're getting out there and playing. Please keep us updated! (I know we haven't been posting much but lockdown is ending soon so we'll be back)
I don't know how to skate (yet) but just fell in love with sport recently. I went to a game spontaneously because it was an event on a 'free and cheap tings to do near you' kind of site. Like lots of people, I'd watched Whip It when I was younger and loved it, but I hadn't realized how empowering, progressive, engaging, and fun this sport was. I literally have never liked one sport in my life- I like doing things, but not spectating, you know? But roller derby is something else. It's like if drag, women's wrestling, soccer, football, and a gay club had a love child. The players have big personalities and it's the only really athletic contact sport I can think of that's women only. There are lots of gay women and nonbinary players, and they make their fan feel welcome and are super down to earth. In general, they are much more amateur friendly and are so excited to see people learning to skate, unlike toxic dude bros in other sports who gatekeep and try to humiliate you. I've always been a stronger, more muscle dense plus size girly who builds muscle easily so I can't wait to learn to skate and see what I can do. I hope I can play derby one day. You guys are really great hosts btw. Could watch this for hours.
Binge watching your videos after my second freshmeat session, as someone whose never skated at all before, it's so much fun, I still can't really skate but I'm getting there and my league are super super friendly and supportive ❤️ these videos are brilliant, and yes bring ALL the water!!! You don't realise how hard work skating is!
I’ve wanted to be in a roller derby since I was in elementary school! I’m still a few years out from being old enough to join one. Thank you for talking about derbies!!
I remember watching this before considering gettting into derby, and now 4 years later I'm very involved with my local league, and I'm part of the ones passing down the knowledge to newer skaters. Solid advice 👍
I tried Roller Derby training and didn't get further than White Star. BUT it did get me into roller skating! Thanks for sharing this video, it was very amusing and informative!
I am starting a junior team in September. I live in England so I'm not sure if it's the same but this video was very helpful! I've been practicing skating every day and I think I'm improving 😁
I just found you dudes and I am loving the content! I’d love a video with more details about your off skates training routines. How do you make yourself want to cross train? I have never been active or athletic, and I’m having a hard time getting myself to “just do it,” when it comes to anything off skates. I started derby in May.
Jodi Cobourn thank you for following us! We will totally make a point of making a video like that. We are also pretty lucky to have each other to kick each other’s butts. So that helps with the motivation to do more than nothing!
I just wanted to say thank you. I am 5 weeks into my fresh meat intake and you have helped me a lot. The UA-cam videos are extremely helpful and informative. I also have my first Derby bruise which is half of my butt cheek is completely black. but I just wanted to let you know that what you're doing matters to people and especially me. so thank you.
I’m inspired😮 thanks for the tips and advice. I’m 5 months pregnant but omg I miss skating and I already promised myself after baby boy comes home It’s my goal to finally get into roller derby 😎 mark my words
Oh my goodness!! So exciting for you!!! Please let us know how you do! Congratulations on starting your derby journey!! Also, we have a video called ‘your derby journey’ feel free to check that out!! -Eleanor
This is super helpful! I'm in Central Texas and want to join derby so bad! Obviously the pandemic has put leagues on pause, but I've decided to start training now! Thanks so much for the info!
live in texas, too far in the middle where there is a desert of derby leagues. Two started but died out... if anyone sees this and wants to start one (bt DFW and Abilene!) Shout out to ya ghoul. :) I adore you both, hoping for more videos! :)
I have a few more questions. Really getting interested in the sport of Roller Derby) I notice the numbers on team athlete's shirts range from single digit numbers and some up to 4 digit numbers. 1. Is the reason for the higher digit because so many athletes joining the home team they have to go to the higher numbers? 2. Does the athlete choose the number? 3. Does the athlete's number stay with them for life of that team even if they switch teams?
You totally pick your own number and as long as no one else on your team has that number then you’re good. Sometimes you’ll notice 2 people like the number 13 so you’ll have a 13 and a 1313 it’s totally up to you! Does that help?
deltafour1212 I suppose it depends on the team and why you retire. We had a team somewhat local to us who lost a player to suicide and they did retire her jersey last season.
I’ve grown up skating and I want to start roller derby soooo bad, it just seems overwhelming joining and I might have a bit of imposter syndrome, buuuut we’ll see.
Here's the thing, just do it!! Anything you don't know the team will teach you! The fact that you can skate already is a huge step up from some girls! No need for imposter syndrome! It's the best thing we've ever done! Let us know how your journey goes!!
I have a question. Why do they wear the low top skates with a no heal rather than the traditional high top skates with heals? It would seem you would have better ankle support with high top skates.
deltafour1212 Great question!! Well, when you are skating around the track at high speeds you tend to lean quite far into the inside of the track, having the sorter boots give us more range of motion and the no heel gives us more stability. Think of hockey skates vs figure skates, they are both great for their respective jobs. As is the same with traditional roller skates and roller derby skates. If you look at older videos they did use those skates but as with all things, derby skates have evolved into what they are today to better our game play. Hope that helps!
You can get high top derby skates, the brand Antik Skates has a few styles that are a high top. I believe the reason they don't have a heel has to do with stability. A lower heel allows for a more even weight distribution on the back and front of the plates.
Silvia Gutierrez so that really depends on your league, depending on how many skaters you have, how much the facilities cost to rent and all of that. We pay $50/month if that helps. I am pretty sure that’s kind of average-Eleanor
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"Because nobody knows what they're doing on the track" 😂 I love it
ben dunn it’s really true! My first game ever I remember the whistle starting the jam and then it’s all a blur and then all of a sudden I was across the track!
@@DownandDerbyTalk I wasn't in my league long enough for a bout but my first scrimmage was similar. I heard the whistle, ended up on the floor, got up, next thing i know, I was lead jammer 😂. No clue how I got there
ben dunn hey! Lead jammer is pretty great your first time out!!
This gives me so much hope lol
AAAH I don't know if you guys remember me but when I first started skating I watched these videos and left a bunch of comments. Well tomorrow is my first jam! I'm so scared... tomorrow after the game ill come edit this comment to say how it went!
Edit: MY GAME WAS AWESOME, i jammed and blocked and i scored the first points for my team!!! It was so fun!
Omg! This is fantastic! We're so glad you're getting out there and playing. Please keep us updated! (I know we haven't been posting much but lockdown is ending soon so we'll be back)
I’m a newbie and just registered for my first bootcamp and I am SO EXCITED. I’m so glad I found your channel, it’s so helpful.
Sarah Rose oh we are so excited for you to start your derby journey!! Please keep in touch and let us know how you do!! -Eleanor
Thank you!! I’m picking up my mouth guard this weekend and beginning to look for skates. Nerves are kicking in but in the best way possible!
I don't know how to skate (yet) but just fell in love with sport recently. I went to a game spontaneously because it was an event on a 'free and cheap tings to do near you' kind of site. Like lots of people, I'd watched Whip It when I was younger and loved it, but I hadn't realized how empowering, progressive, engaging, and fun this sport was. I literally have never liked one sport in my life- I like doing things, but not spectating, you know? But roller derby is something else. It's like if drag, women's wrestling, soccer, football, and a gay club had a love child. The players have big personalities and it's the only really athletic contact sport I can think of that's women only. There are lots of gay women and nonbinary players, and they make their fan feel welcome and are super down to earth. In general, they are much more amateur friendly and are so excited to see people learning to skate, unlike toxic dude bros in other sports who gatekeep and try to humiliate you. I've always been a stronger, more muscle dense plus size girly who builds muscle easily so I can't wait to learn to skate and see what I can do. I hope I can play derby one day. You guys are really great hosts btw. Could watch this for hours.
Binge watching your videos after my second freshmeat session, as someone whose never skated at all before, it's so much fun, I still can't really skate but I'm getting there and my league are super super friendly and supportive ❤️ these videos are brilliant, and yes bring ALL the water!!! You don't realise how hard work skating is!
Asha Jackson we are so excited for you!! Thanks for binge watching us!! Let us know how you do!!
I’ve wanted to be in a roller derby since I was in elementary school! I’m still a few years out from being old enough to join one. Thank you for talking about derbies!!
I remember watching this before considering gettting into derby, and now 4 years later I'm very involved with my local league, and I'm part of the ones passing down the knowledge to newer skaters. Solid advice 👍
I tried Roller Derby training and didn't get further than White Star. BUT it did get me into roller skating! Thanks for sharing this video, it was very amusing and informative!
Thank you for the info on tracks !!
I've been skating on loose tracks for ages and finally figure out how to fix it from this
Im just starting my first joined practice today! So excited and can’t wait to start ☺️ From Scotland!
I am starting a junior team in September. I live in England so I'm not sure if it's the same but this video was very helpful! I've been practicing skating every day and I think I'm improving 😁
Leah Wardingley amazing!!! I was born in England and yes it’s the same game. So excited for your journey!! -Eleanor 💗
I just found you dudes and I am loving the content! I’d love a video with more details about your off skates training routines. How do you make yourself want to cross train? I have never been active or athletic, and I’m having a hard time getting myself to “just do it,” when it comes to anything off skates. I started derby in May.
Jodi Cobourn thank you for following us! We will totally make a point of making a video like that. We are also pretty lucky to have each other to kick each other’s butts. So that helps with the motivation to do more than nothing!
I love your videos. Thanks for all the info
I just wanted to say thank you. I am 5 weeks into my fresh meat intake and you have helped me a lot. The UA-cam videos are extremely helpful and informative. I also have my first Derby bruise which is half of my butt cheek is completely black. but I just wanted to let you know that what you're doing matters to people and especially me. so thank you.
Oooooh! We love derby kisses!!! Congratulations on your journey!!
Derby City Roller Girls! January 26th 2020 is first day of open enrollment! 2 days before my 38th Birthday! Happy Birthday to me!!
Donna Prather that’s so exciting!! Please let us know how much you love it!! Also! Happy Birthday!! - Eleanor
I’m inspired😮 thanks for the tips and advice. I’m 5 months pregnant but omg I miss skating and I already promised myself after baby boy comes home It’s my goal to finally get into roller derby 😎 mark my words
I'll be joining my local Derby team soon!!!!
Yay! We're so excited for you!
Love this ... thanks for sharing
I've been brushing up on my skills and hope to do the beginner Derby class here in NYC this fall. Thanks for the tips!
Just signed up for a team so I'll be checking out all your vids.
`HI!!! I will star this month in Berlin and I am very excited! You two are super cool and everybody I talked until now seems so nice!
Oh my goodness!! So exciting for you!!! Please let us know how you do! Congratulations on starting your derby journey!! Also, we have a video called ‘your derby journey’ feel free to check that out!! -Eleanor
@@DownandDerbyTalk Thank you, I will!
I’ve been looking for a Junior roller derby forever- I thought ima wait but that’s not going to stop me from practicing.
Starting to practice now is a great idea!
This is super helpful! I'm in Central Texas and want to join derby so bad! Obviously the pandemic has put leagues on pause, but I've decided to start training now! Thanks so much for the info!
Hopefully we can get back to it soon!
@@DownandDerbyTalk I hope so!
My league is in El Paso, TX. El Paso Roller Derby’s season starts January 11, 2023. Vine join us❤️💪🏽💃🏽
Thank y’all so much for all the helpful info! I’m thinking about starting roller derby and this made me feel a lot less nervous about it 💪🏻💖
Daleela Queen we are glad to have helped!! Good luck on your journey!!
live in texas, too far in the middle where there is a desert of derby leagues. Two started but died out... if anyone sees this and wants to start one (bt DFW and Abilene!) Shout out to ya ghoul. :) I adore you both, hoping for more videos! :)
We hope you can find a team!! Or maybe start one yourself!!!? Let us know!!
Thanks this was helpful. You guys are funny
very helpful video! thanks for posting
missthemusicinme thank you for watching!!
Good tip eat on skates lol 😂 I’ll start
I have a few more questions. Really getting interested in the sport of Roller Derby) I notice the numbers on team athlete's shirts range from single digit numbers and some up to 4 digit numbers. 1. Is the reason for the higher digit because so many athletes joining the home team they have to go to the higher numbers? 2. Does the athlete choose the number? 3. Does the athlete's number stay with them for life of that team even if they switch teams?
You totally pick your own number and as long as no one else on your team has that number then you’re good. Sometimes you’ll notice 2 people like the number 13 so you’ll have a 13 and a 1313 it’s totally up to you! Does that help?
Yes it does. When you "retire" from the sport. Does the team automatically retire your number?
deltafour1212 I suppose it depends on the team and why you retire. We had a team somewhat local to us who lost a player to suicide and they did retire her jersey last season.
Got it! Thank you for taking the time to answer my questions.
I signed up for a boot camp today!! I’m so nervous!!! Lol I’m so glad I found your channel!!!!
We’re so glad you found it too!! Good luck! Let us know how things go!!
I’ve grown up skating and I want to start roller derby soooo bad, it just seems overwhelming joining and I might have a bit of imposter syndrome, buuuut we’ll see.
Like I don’t know what level I should be at before joining??
Here's the thing, just do it!! Anything you don't know the team will teach you! The fact that you can skate already is a huge step up from some girls! No need for imposter syndrome! It's the best thing we've ever done! Let us know how your journey goes!!
@@DownandDerbyTalk yeah you’re right. It’s something I’ve always wanted to do and I just have to go or it. 😎
I have a question. Why do they wear the low top skates with a no heal rather than the traditional high top skates with heals? It would seem you would have better ankle support with high top skates.
deltafour1212 Great question!! Well, when you are skating around the track at high speeds you tend to lean quite far into the inside of the track, having the sorter boots give us more range of motion and the no heel gives us more stability. Think of hockey skates vs figure skates, they are both great for their respective jobs. As is the same with traditional roller skates and roller derby skates. If you look at older videos they did use those skates but as with all things, derby skates have evolved into what they are today to better our game play. Hope that helps!
You can get high top derby skates, the brand Antik Skates has a few styles that are a high top. I believe the reason they don't have a heel has to do with stability. A lower heel allows for a more even weight distribution on the back and front of the plates.
Mystery solved! Thank you!
I love it fresh-meat. I am fresh-meat lol.
Will they ever bring the TV show Roller Jam back I loved this during the 80s and the guys were good and the ladies were very smoking hot
How much do people usually pay for a derby season?
Silvia Gutierrez so that really depends on your league, depending on how many skaters you have, how much the facilities cost to rent and all of that. We pay $50/month if that helps. I am pretty sure that’s kind of average-Eleanor
Have they ever had a guy dress up as a Lady roller derby girl well I am the first one my name is Samathma the Intimadater 3